laguna 14-Twelve Bandsaw, Manual

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All tools and machines require regular maintenance, and
the bandsaw is no exception. This section details the
general maintenance and care of your bandsaw. In
general, we recommend that you only use a Teflon-
based lubricant on the bandsaw. Regular oil attracts dust
and dirt, and the Teflon tends to dry and has fewer
tendencies to accumulate dirt and sawdust on your
machine.
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One of the major concerns is the cleanliness, in
particular, how clean the tires are. As the saw cuts, some
sawdust lands on the tire of the lower wheel. As the
wheel rotates, the sawdust becomes compressed on the tire. This is especially true
for woods such as pine. The compressed sawdust could have a negative effect,
such as vibration, short blade life and drifting of the blade. A brush contacts the
lower wheel and helps to prevent buildup. You should inspect the tires regularly to
check that buildup is not happening, especially the lower wheel. The tires are made
of rubber and wear just like car tires. They wear in the middle, which causes a
concavity in the tire. The deformation makes it hard to track the blades, and for this
reason it is important to maintain the original shape of the tire. The best way to
clean the tire surface and maintain the original shape is to sand it with sandpaper.
The old tire surface often hardens and glazes over and should be redressed
occasionally. This can be done by sanding the wheel with 100-grit sandpaper. This
will take off a little of the rubber and expose new rubber, which is desirable. Rotate
the wheels by hand with the blade removed.
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The ceramic side and back guides should be inspected regularly for cracks and
chips. If they are damaged, they should be replaced as they could damage your
blades and bad guides will detract from the performance of the bandsaw. The
guides should be cleaned regularly and any wood gum or dirt removed. Any
commercially available solvent can be used, and after cleaning they should be
lubricated with Teflon-based lubricant.
The drive belt should last for many years (depending on the usage) but needs to be
inspected regularly for cracks, cuts and general wear. If damage is found, replace
the belt.
Tire brush
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Cleanliness and Tire Maintenance
Guides
Drive Belt